How to replace the fuel filter in a Mini Cooper S R53
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- čas přidán 1. 03. 2024
- Today we changed the fuel filter in our Mini Cooper S R53 and by the look of it doesn’t look like it’s ever been changed. These are supposed to be for the lifetime of the car (apparently) However, we love these little beauties and I guess they are living longer than expected 😂
What I did with my R53 fuel filter was to add a small piece of masking tape under the seat on the fuel filter access plate. On the tap I added the service date and miles the filter was changed. This could help the next person who owns the car. No plans on selling but would be helpful for the next person. I also have an extensive spreadsheet going on all maintenance on each of my cars.
I have done the fuel filter service twice on R53’s both with the fuel tank installed. one of my least favorite jobs.
I have owned four R53’s since 2018. Three 2006 and a 2003. My current is a late model build Astro Black Slicktop with now 50,000 miles. My first was a Hyper Blue with a white slicktop which the original owner installed a Scottish flag on the top.
Hi there, Great idea- I'll definitely do that, thanks.
Sounds like you are a true Mini enthusiast :)
@@RichT53 owned four and have rehabbed five R53’s. My humble advice… power steering pump, double check the lines for leaks, make sure the PS pump cooling fan works and isn’t crunchy when you manually turn the blades. I had a PS pump explode on my first Mini and it took the car out. Burned on the side of the highway… fire started with me in the car.
Another thing to consider (if you have not already done so) is swapping out the crank pulley for a fluid filled harmonic balancer. It is a weak point in the R53 as the OEM is rubber mounted and with heat and time the rubber breaks down. When the crank pulley goes it can cause all sorts of problems.
Supercharger… service it. Mini says 100,000 miles for the service. However it is one of the more expensive parts to replace on the car so why not just go ahead and service it early? Yes it takes time and a few parts but for about $50US you can have peace of mind that that service is complete. Also change the crank position sensor o-ring while you are in there. They all weep oil. The o-ring is less than $1US. Lots of R53 owners think that the oil is a bad pan gasket when in fact it is the crank position sensor o-ring… hard to get to but if you do the Supercharger service it is right there and easy to access. Clean the engine while you have the access as well.
@@billcunningham8485 thanks for the advice 👍👍
I’ve done all of what you have suggested and have noted a little weeping from one of the pipes just under the power steering reservoir so need to get that done.
I’ve done all of the other things. When I did the supercharger service made sense to get as many jobs done as possible. Fingers crossed 🤞 I don’t have any fires- that must’ve been scary 😧
Another job to add to the list😂
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